BV 107 Command Pilot (Seasonal)

Columbia Helicopters; Canada; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in heavy-lift helicopter services seeks an experienced long-line pilot-in-command (PIC) for challenging flight operations. The role includes operating aircraft safely, supervising personnel, and ensuring top customer service. Candidates must possess a Commercial Pilot License, extensive flight experience, and ability to work under stress in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• 1,000 hours PIC experience required.
• Currency in appropriate type aircraft is essential.
• Able to work in austere environments for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft to the highest standard and safety.
• Orchestrate flight operations and supervise personnel.
• Promote safety and mitigate risks.

Skills

Aeronautical Decision Making

Situational Awareness

Supervisory Skills

Education

Commercial Pilot License

Current Class II FAA Medical Certification

Job description

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our ColumbiaFamily !

Serve as a long-line pilot-in-command (PIC) on a BV 107 in support of one or more of Columbia’s flight operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Operate aircraft to the highest standard, safety, and efficiency:

o Utilizing sound aeronautical decision making (ADM), risk management, and situational awareness (SA).

o In accordance with company policy, regulations, and guidance.

· Orchestrate the flight operation and the activities of all personnel under the scope of their responsibility.

· Represent the company in a positive manner in all activities.

· Promote Columbia’s core values and integrity while in conduct of their duties.

o Meet customer expectations to ensure the highest possible customer service.

o Actively identify and mitigate safety concerns and/or risks.

o Seek opportunities for improvement and productivity.

· Coordinate and supports the project team.

o Perform any required administrative functions.

o Assist wherever possible in the overall success of the operation.

o Keep Columbia management and other interested parties informed of job activities or other relevant information.

· Serves as Project Lead in the absence of the Site Manager.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the V.P. of Aerial Operations, Director of Flight Operations, Chief Pilot, and Assistant Chief Pilot.

· Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Commercial Pilot License or higher with Rotorcraft-Helicopter class rating

· Current Class II (or higher) FAA medical certification

· Currency in the appropriate type aircraft

· Type rating(s) required by aircraft

· US or equivalent passport

· 1,000 hours PIC

· Able to work in austere environments for prolonged periods (28 days)

· Ability to work without supervision

· Ability to work in a team, high stress environment

· Supervisory skills

· On call 24/7 via company cell phone when on shift

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)